Kazakistan orientale, Kazakistan
Lake Markakol
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Lying at about 1,450 m in the southern Altai, Markakol is surrounded by a nature reserve of larch taiga, meadows and mountains. A remote nature destination for those prepared for long journeys.
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Riepilogo dell’identità
3 - 5 giorni
Estate · Autunno
Auto consigliata
Lago · Montagna · Foresta · Natura
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Presentazione generale
Lake Markakol
Markakol is the largest lake in the Kazakh Altai. Fed by many streams, it drains through the Kalzhyr towards the Irtysh, amid mountains covered with larch and meadows.
Markakol nature reserve, founded in 1976, protects more than 700 species of higher plants and varied mountain wildlife, from maral deer to grouse. On the southern shore, the village of Urunkhayka and the outline of Samovar mountain are the most accessible landmarks.
Vedi tutto
Allow several days to enjoy the shores and permitted trails. Services are scarce and distances long: plan the route, accommodation and any permits in advance.
Punti di forza e vincoli
Punti di forza
- Lake Markakol
- Samovar mountain
- Urunkhayka village
Da sapere prima di scegliere
- Check access, bookings and opening times with the site before visiting.
- Indicative Hidengo duration, excluding travel; it varies with the route, access and local conditions.
- Nature reserve and border area: check whether permits are required before setting off.
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Mountain lake
Lake Markakol
The largest lake in the Kazakh Altai, Markakol is fed by many streams and drains through the Kalzhyr towards the Irtysh. Its clear water and indented shores are protected by the nature reserve founded in 1976.
Mountain
Samovar mountain
This mountain with a recognisable outline overlooks the south-eastern shore of Markakol, within the nature reserve. It is seen from the shore near Urunkhayka and from permitted trails.
Village
Urunkhayka village
On the shore of Markakol, this small village of wooden houses is one of the few inhabited places along the lake. Its wooded slopes and lake views sum up the atmosphere of this part of the Altai.
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